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Hemker Park & Zoo
26715 CR 39PO Box 262
Freeport, MN 56331
We are located right off I-94. Take exit #140 1/2 mile on County Road 11 North Right on County Road 39 proceed for 1/2 mile. We are located on the right.
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One of the best kept secrets of Central Minnesota. Come take a walk on the "Wild Side" with some of the most exotic animals of Africa, Austrlia, and North America.
Hemker Park & Zoo offers Free parking, a picnic area, Birthday parties, Special Holiday events, and Winter Sleigh rides.
Hours & Dates
Seasonal Hours (May 1 - October 31)
- Monday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
- Tuesday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
- Wednesday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
- Thursday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
- Friday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
- Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
- Sunday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
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Green Practices
- Eco-friendly landscape/facility design
- Energy efficiency/conservation
- Water conservation/wastewater management plan
Attraction Attributes
- Can accommodate groups of 45 or more
Reviews
Based on 61 reviews
The budgy house is always fun. I got to feed a couple giraffes. They had a real rhino there! I went to the brew at the zoo, and it was great. I got to touch a joey.
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Kornvayne26,
June 17, 2022
What an experience! The staff was so nice and knowledgeable. A great family day. I can’t believe the amount and variety of animals at a zoo in Freeport. Thanks so much!
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748dustinl,
October 31, 2021
I visited on their October special event with my 3 year old grandson. We enjoyed the zoo animals, the treats, and the play ground very much. It seemed like the animals were healthy and well cared...
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cellingson56,
October 10, 2021
Have the opportunity to feed otters, giraffes and listen to the trumpeting swan. Beautiful white peacocks roam the property while slow tortoises soak up the sunshine. In the meantime the red panda...
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tinamT2305VW,
October 4, 2021
So many animals to see! The park is small so you get very close to the animals. Several opportunities to purchase feeding sessions at a reasonable price.
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DayTrip579303,
August 3, 2021
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